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  1. Hot air balloons in Telford Town Park arena
    Telford's annual Balloon Fiesta returns to Telford Town Park this August Bank Holiday
    1. 22 Aug 202524 Aug 2025
  2. Sketching grasses outside
    Join Sara to explore the Severn Gorge woodland and countryside and learn to capture your observations on the pages of a nature journal. No experience neccessary, all materials supplied.
    1. Ironbridge Coracle Regatta
      The Ironbridge Coracle Regatta, hosted on the picturesque River Severn, right next to the iconic Iron Bridge is making a return this September.
      1. 14 Sep 2025
    2. Walkers on the 50 walking route in Telford surrounded by bluebells
      A week-long celebration of walking, wellbeing and the great outdoors.
      1. 26 May 20251 Jun 2025
    3. Wellington Late Night Market
      Head to Wellington Late Night Market for great entertainment and delicious food, it’s the perfect night out with family and friends.
      1. 17 May 2025
    4. As part of Merrythought’s 95th anniversary celebrations, a special exhibition opens at the historic Museum of the Gorge
      1. 12 Apr 202528 Sep 2025

    Things To Do Highlights

    Enginuity

    One of the award-winning museums within the Ironbridge Valley of Invention, managed by the…

    Meet the Mini Moos

    Meet, feed and pet Europe's smallest and cutest cows!

    Telford Ice Rink - skaters on the ice

    Telford Ice Rink is located in the heart of bustling Southwater. A great day out for all ages with…

    Footpath through woodland

    Walking is a fantastic way to explore the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site whether you’re a…

    Severn Valley Railway

    Step back in time for a whole day out on the award-winning Severn Valley Railway. Discover…

    Young girl enjoying using the high ropes course.

    Take on the challenge of 36 different obstacles set over 2 levels, test your nerves on the lower…

    Alpaca Meet & Greet

    The most intimate way to meet alpacas.

    Airea51 main arena

    AIREA51 is an indoor family adventure park in Telford.

    Hoo Zoo & Dinosaur World

    Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World, formerly known as Hoo Farm Animal Kingdom is a small family run zoo in…

    Telford Town Park

    Telford Town Park is a multi award-winning park located in the heart of Telford and close to…

    The Old Coracle Shed

    The Ironbridge Coracle Trail is a very pleasant 20 minute walk along the River Severn between the…

    Lady at a bowling alley

    Tenpin Telford is the home of indoor entertainment for a laughter-filled time with family and…

    Frontage of Telford Theatre, Oakengates showing Green and Purple colours to the building

    Telford's largest live entertainment venue hosting a wide range of entertainment to suite everyone

    Nettie of the Gorge Floral Workshops

    Beautiful and natural flowers with a touch of the wild. Promotes sustainability and supports local…

    Off exploring Ropewalk

    Severn Gorge Countryside Trust is an independent Charitable Trust and Limited Company. The Trust…

    Lilleshall Hall Gardens

    Nestled in the Shropshire countryside, Lilleshall Hall is set in spectacular and secluded…

    Spa Treatments

    The Spa is a great space to unwind and recharge Put your feet up and pamper yourself. Our…

    Young people playing adventure golf on a sunny day

    Adventure Golf is set within the heart of Telford Town Park, the whole family can join in for this…

    Hencote Vineyard & Estate

    Hencote allows visitors to learn the story of the grape from vine to bottle, in wine tours and…

    Team Photo with Animals

    Exotic Zoo is a family favourite and award winning small zoo that has topped trip advisor for many…

    Wellington Orbit

    Wellington Orbit is a 63 seat cinema and café in the heart of Wellington, Shropshire. Affordable…

    Telford Ice Rink - skaters on the ice

    Telford Ice Rink is located in the heart of bustling Southwater. A great day out for all ages with…

    Arthurs Kitchen at Fordhall Organic Farm

    As England’s first community owned farm, Fordhall is a great place for a day out for the whole…

    What's On Highlights

    Cattle on show at Newport Show

    Newport Show is presented by Newport and District Agricultural Society and is a key date in the…

    Openings

    Season

    12th July 2025
    Two young girls reaching up to touch the nose of a brown and white horse

    The sound of hooves will ring out on the cobbled streets of Blists Hill Victorian Town as the…

    Openings

    Season

    10th May 2025-11th May 2025
    Camper Jam

    A fun filled show with a chilled out, take it easy vibe.

    Openings

    Season

    4th July 2025-6th July 2025
    Willow Weaving

    Learn different willow weaving techniques to create bird feeders

    Openings

    Season

    19th February 2026
    UK Open Pool Championship Promotional Image

    The UK Open Pool Championship returns to Telford for its fourth edition, featuring a stellar…

    Openings

    Season

    6th May 2025-11th May 2025
    Gelli plate printing

    A introduction to Gelli Printing with a botanical theme.

    Openings

    Season

    22nd October 2025
    Victorian Blacksmith Experience Day

    Experience the life of a Victorian Blacksmith in this fantastic opportunity at Blists Hill…

    Openings

    10am - 4pm

    7th May 2025

    10am - 4pm

    26th June 2025

    10am - 4pm

    27th June 2025

    10am - 4pm

    9th July 2025

    10am - 4pm

    26th September 2025

    10am - 4pm

    8th October 2025

    10am - 4pm

    9th October 2025
    Parklands Festival

    Head to Telford Town Park QEII Arena for a weekend of electronic music with Audio Tek…

    Openings

    Season

    21st June 2025-22nd June 2025
    A row of Italian scooters parked up

    Wellington will be packed with scooters of all types and vintage.

    Openings

    9:30am - 3:30pm

    6th July 2025
    Olympian Mixed Eights racing at Ironbridge Regatta

    Enjoy a weekend of competitive rowing on the River Severn.

    Openings

    Season

    28th June 2025-29th June 2025
    Yoga session in progress

    Join us for a blissful day of sunshine, yoga, and creative journaling in nature!

    Openings

    Season

    21st June 2025
    Ironbridge Walking Festival

    Discover the beauty of the Ironbridge Gorge UNESCO World Heritage Site on foot with the return of…

    Openings

    Season

    4th May 2025-12th May 2025
    Into the Woods

    Into the Woods Musical production

    Openings

    Season

    11th July 2025-13th July 2025
    A man in a blue apron building with clay

    Learn the basics of pinch pots, slab pots and coil pots from the museums talented demonstrators…

    Openings

    Season

    15th June 2025
    Walkers on the 50 walking route in Telford surrounded by bluebells

    A week-long celebration of walking, wellbeing and the great outdoors. 

    Openings

    Season

    26th May 2025-1st June 2025
    Ironbridge Coracle Regatta

    The Ironbridge Coracle Regatta, hosted on the picturesque River Severn, right next to the iconic…

    Openings

    11am - 4pm

    14th September 2025
    Adam Purnell cooking over an open fire, meet on a spit

    Join The Shropshire Lad 'Adam Purnell' to learn the basics of cooking on fire.

    Openings

    10am - 4pm

    12th June 2025

    10am - 4pm

    18th September 2025
    Shimmer Walk

    Walk 5k at night in aid of Severn Hospice

    Openings

    Season

    10th May 2025
    Attingham Park Dance Anthems Orchestra

    Get ready for an unforgettable evening at Attingham Park.

    Openings

    Season

    13th June 2025
    HMS Pinafore Outdoor Theatre Performance

    Enjoy an outdoor performance of HMS Pinafore, featuring sharp dialogue, catchy tunes, and a…

    Openings

    Season

    9th August 2025
    The Merrythought Exhibition

    As part of Merrythought’s 95th anniversary celebrations, a special exhibition opens at the historic…

    Openings

    Season

    12th April 2025-28th September 2025
    Image from Ironbridge Brass Band Festival 2023

    Head to the historic setting of Coalbrookdale to enjoy a weekend of performances from some of the…

    Openings

    Season

    12th July 2025-13th July 2025
    Paints and brushes

    A beginner painting evening based on the natural world learning to use unconventional painting…

    Openings

    Season

    8th August 2025
    Art matters

    Discover the captivating works of 18 of the region's finest artists at Fusion Gallery in Jackfield,…

    Openings

    Season

    17th June 2025-29th June 2025

    Where to Stay Highlights

    Puddle Duck Cottages

    Award winning luxury self-catering holiday cottages that have been featured as one of the top…

    The International Hotel

    Our hotel has 101 bedrooms, a mixture of double and twin occupancy. Continental breakfast is…

    YHA Coalbrookdale

    YHA Ironbridge Coalbrookdale is located within the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site, home to 10…

    Ironbridge Holidays

    Welcome to Ironbridge Holidays, a premier collection of self catering  accommodation in the famous…

    The outside of The Summer House

    The Summer Houses is a unique and romantic Grade II listed tower and the perfect choice for a…

    The Sutherland

    The Sutherland Inn & Dining is one of the county’s most stylish destinations, offering delicious…

    The Grange - Hencote- A Georgian Farmhouse

    The Grange is a newly resorted Georgian Farmhouse which can cater up to 14 guests across 7 en suite…

    Coalport Station Holidays

    Coalport Station Holidays offers exceptional self-catering accommodation in two railway carriages…

    The Malthouse Rooms

    Located beside the River Severn in the village of Ironbridge Gorge, the lively Malthouse boasts 12…

    Temple of Diana

    A stay on the estate gives guests the chance to truly enjoy the beauty and tranquillity of the…

    Ramada Hotel Telford

    Set in the heart of Telford with its beautiful on site gardens, the Ramada Telford Ironbridge has…

    Master Suite

    Spa and golf retreat overlooking the Ironbridge Gorge in Telford. Our Telford Hotel & Golf Resort,…

    Front of Venue

    Best Western Valley Hotel is a Country House hotel situated in the heart of the UNESCO World…

    The Barn Lees Farm - The Annex

    Welcome to The Barn at Lees Farm located in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Site…

    The Sutherland

    The Sutherland Inn & Dining is one of the county’s most stylish destinations, offering delicious…

    Sambrook Manor Holiday Cottages

    Set in a picturesque small village on the Shropshire/Staffordshire border Sambrook Manor holiday…

    Ironbridge View Townhouse

    Spectacular Views of the World's First Iron Bridge - Stay in an Award winning Holiday Home in…

    The White Hart

    Sitting on the Banks of the River Severn in the heart of the World Heritage Site of Ironbridge…

    1 Park Grange Holidays Static Caravans

    STATIC HOLIDAY CARAVANS CARAVAN CLUB TOURING SITE [CL] We are a small family run Park set in the…

    The Hundred House Hotel

    Award winning Restaurant & Gardens with 10 individually styled en suite rooms. Always a friendly…

    Lilleshall House

    Wake up in the beautiful countryside in the historic stately home of Lilleshall House, Built in…

    Hadley Park House

    Hadley Park House Hotel is an award-winning four-star luxury hotel and wedding venue in Telford.…

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    Inspiration

    1. Your ultimate guide to Telford Balloon Fiesta 2025

      Get ready for a sky full of colour and a weekend packed with fun

      25 Apr 2025
    2. Walkers looking at a map on the T50 walking trail

      It's time to get outdoors with a packed programme of free activities for all ages, abilities and interests. 

      24 Apr 2025
    3. Final Wellington Late Night announced ahead of the markets refurbishment

      One last hurrah before refurbishment begins at Wellington Market

      23 Apr 2025
    4. SKY REACH - Leap of Faith

      Telford Aerial Adventure is a unique activity that will test nerves, burn off energy and push physical and mental limits. The friendly team gently encourage participants to face their fears and ge..

      2 Apr 2025
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